Tales from the Crypt
“Dead-on humor and horror.”
Series Overview
Cadaverous scream legend the Crypt Keeper is your macabre host for these forays of fright and fun based on the classic E.C. Comics tales from back in the day. So shamble up to the bar and pick your poison. Will it be an insane Santa on a personal slay ride? Honeymooners out to fulfill the "til death do we part" vow ASAP?
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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7 Seasons • 81 Episodes
1989 – 1996
Premiered: Sat, Jun 10, 1989
William M. GainesLatest Aired Episode
Season 7, Episode 13: “The Third Pig”
In this cartoon version of the Three Little Pigs story, Dudly, the smart pig, is framed for the murders of his brothers and sentenced to death. But, his brothers' spirits help him seek revenge on the wolf.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-05-02
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William M. Gaines, Steven Dodd
Barry Josephson, Charles Skouras III, Robert Zemeckis, Walter Hill, David Giler
Department Leadership Roster
Barry Josephson
Producer
Charles Skouras III
Producer
Robert Zemeckis
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
General — Suitable for all ages.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tales from the Crypt
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What is Tales from the Crypt about?
Cadaverous scream legend the Crypt Keeper is your macabre host for these forays of fright and fun based on the classic E.C. Comics tales from back in the day. So shamble up to the bar and pick your poison. Will it be an insane Santa on a personal slay ride? Honeymooners out to fulfill the "til death do we part" vow ASAP?
How many seasons does Tales from the Crypt have?
Tales from the Crypt comprises 7 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Tales from the Crypt?
Key cast members in Tales from the Crypt include John Kassir.
Who created or directed Tales from the Crypt?
Tales from the Crypt was developed and directed by William M. Gaines, Steven Dodd.